halcyon

/ˈhælsiːən/
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Difficulty LevelIntermediate

Standard vocabulary

Word FrequencyVery Common

Used frequently in everyday conversation

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noun

1. A kingfisher said in classical mythology to nest on the sea, thereby calming the waters.

2. A tropical kingfisher of the genus Halcyon, such as the sacred kingfisher (Halcyon sancta) of Australia.

adjective

1. Pertaining to the halcyon or kingfisher.

2. Calm, undisturbed, peaceful, serene.

Synonyms

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